USCG Exam Practice · Vessel documentation and numbering
Under 46 CFR §185.602, a loading mark required on each side of a vessel must meet which dimensional requirement?
- AA horizontal line at least 305 mm (12 inches) in length and 25 mm (1 inch) in height
- BA horizontal line at least 205 mm (8 inches) in length and 25 mm (1 inch) in height✓ correct
- CA horizontal line at least 205 mm (8 inches) in length and 50 mm (2 inches) in height
- DA horizontal line at least 150 mm (6 inches) in length and 25 mm (1 inch) in height
Why B is correct
46 CFR §185.602(d) specifies that a loading mark must be a horizontal line of at least 205 millimeters (8 inches) in length and 25 millimeters (1 inch) in height, with its upper edge passing through the point of maximum draft.
Cited:46 CFR §185.602
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